Archive for the weather Category

With winter sending an arctic blast across much of North America, homeowners and business owners will want to increase monitoring to prevent damage from frozen pipes. These prior posts from our blog give additional information on how to prevent pipe freezes and offer techniques for minimizing damage if you do suffer a pipe freeze. …Continue reading ›

When a hurricane or tropical storm turns inland, it may diminish in strength, but the potential remains for severe damage from winds and heavy rain. When you know a storm is coming, take steps to minimize damage and speed recovery. First and foremost, take whatever precautions are necessary to protect yourself and your family. While…Continue reading ›

While summer typically means warmer weather, it can also bring a variety of harsh weather conditions, sometimes leading to severe storms. Homeowners can take preventative measures to help reduce damage if and when a severe storm hits. Ken Enscoe, senior director of Catastrophe Operations at Nationwide, shared some tips on how to help prepare your home:…Continue reading ›